The Common Habits of Negotiators

Negotiations begin with the interchange of information, and many see this process like a challenging poker game—why should I reveal what I have in my hand before I can see what you have in yours?
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Losing the Negotiation Before It Starts

Sales people seem to be obsessed with negotiation. They read books, they take all sorts of classes, they strategize “negotiation” sessions. Oddly, when I push on the negotiation issue, most negotiations that sales people focus on are about price.
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Using an Attorney in Negotiations

Negotiations are an area where small businesses often call for help from an attorney, but the decision to let an attorney handle negotiations can be tricky. So how do you know whether to let your attorney negotiate on your behalf or just be a sounding board to provide you with guidance?
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